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Andy James - Shred Metal Jams

2012-01-27T06:55:00.000-08:00

The breathtakingly talented ANDY JAMES joins the ranks of the jamtrackcentral guitar wizard army with this debut series of mind blowing Metal jams. Andy James Custom Metal Series One is packed with more licks than you could ever dream of ever trying to shake a stick at!

This package will contain..

5 mp4 Video's of Andy playing Live in the jamtrackcentral Studio
5 Audio tracks of the solos
5 backing tracks of the actual performance
5 Long extended backing tracks
5 totally accurate transcription in notation and TAB format

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"War" by Joe Satriani - From "Satchurated"

2012-01-26T07:18:00.000-08:00

This video gives you an exclusive look at the song "War" from the upcoming "SATCHURATED" release. This is the FIRST 3D THEATRICAL CONCERT FILM release with brilliant 7.1 Dolby Surround Sound and will preset the ultimate cinematic experience that you don't want to miss!

IN SELECT US THEATRES IN MARCH, 2012

For more information visit http://www.satchurated.com and http://www.satriani.com

The film is directed by award-winning filmmakers François and Pierre Lamoureux and produced by Cinemusica and Fogolabs, The filmmakers have directed and/or produced concert films and music documentaries for RUSH, The Who, Harry Connick, Jr., Slipknot, Rihanna, The Pretenders, Zappa Plays Zappa, Branford Marsalis, Cowboy Junkies, Collective Soul, Ben Harper, Willie Nelson, Deep Purple, The Stray Cats and others.

8 Year Old Guitarist Shreds!

2012-01-23T05:14:00.000-08:00

8 year old mini band guitarist Zoe Thomson working on Stratosphere! Check out this amazing little metal guitarist in action. Zoe has some seriously tidy technique for her age. Definitely one to look out for in the years to come.

Introducing DigiTech iStomp

2012-01-20T17:47:00.000-08:00

The iStomp works like every other stompbox. Step on the footswitch to turn it on and off. Adjust the knobs to dial-in the sound you want. The biggest difference between the iStomp and other stompboxes is you can completely change the iStomp to any pedal in the entire pedal line. Simply connect your iPod touch®, iPhone®, or iPad® and choose a pedal to load to your iStomp. In about the same time it takes to download a song you can turn the iStomp from a distortion to a reverb, a phaser to an overdrive, or a delay to a chorus.

iStomp includes two free pedal downloads ¬- DigiTech's Total Recall™ digital delay and Redline™ overdrive to get you started.

Joe Satriani - "Satchurated" Promotional Trailer

2012-01-18T06:03:00.000-08:00

"Satchurated", Joe Satriani's 3D concert film was recorded and filmed live on "The Wormhole Tour" by award winning filmmakers Pierre and Francois Lamoureux.

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Paul Gilbert - Two Types of Guitarists

2012-01-12T06:55:00.000-08:00

Paul Gilbert talks about the importance of maintaining rhythm or specifically 'groove' in your playing.

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Van Halen 'Tattoo' - Brand New Song 2012

2012-01-10T05:35:00.000-08:00

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Joe Satriani - Chickenfoot 1/7/12 Hangout

2012-01-08T04:48:00.000-08:00

Joe Satriani takes time out from rehearsal to do another Hangout with fans to answer some questions. At the end we also walk over and chat briefly with Sammy Hagar and take a quick tour into the studio with Kenny Aronoff and Mike Anthony.Ready to become a Blues Guitar Master like Satch? Click Here

5 People Play 1 Guitar Simultaneously!

2012-01-07T07:00:00.000-08:00

The title says it all... this is pretty awesome!

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I Cant Believe Its... Only 1 Guitar!

2011-12-23T14:32:00.000-08:00

Check out the massive sound Jason Kessler gets playing is sweet 12 string Lowden playing his track "Overlay". For you tuning junkies - this dynamic fingerstyle piece uses DADGAD tuning.

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Bill Bailey's Message To Metallica

2011-12-08T06:08:00.000-08:00

Bill recorded this special message to Metallica during his rehearsals for Sonisphere UK at Knebworth. I love how you just know there is going to be a twist but regardless, you cant prepare yourself for the what's to happen once the melody kicks in.

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Someone Like You - Guitar Lesson Pt.2

2011-12-06T03:35:00.000-08:00

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The Humans Are Dead

2011-12-01T06:55:00.000-08:00

Ahh, such a pity the Concords are no more. Here's a classic from the early days before they got big.

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MattRach - Sevvoslag ( Official Video 2011)

2011-11-23T17:44:00.000-08:00

MattRach is back with his crazy faces and intense Telecaster riffing. This piece has awesome dynamics and I love the way his solo constantly walks that fine balance of almost spilling out of control. Sevvoslag is taken from the album 2011 MattRach album "Already Out There".

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Jon Gomm Just Melted My Face!

2011-11-21T05:57:00.001-08:00

I remember once joking with a mate how cool it would be to use the tuners on your guitar to chance notes mid song. The joke is over cos Jon Gomm does it for real... and REALLY freakin well! Prepare to be wowed... (jump straight to 57 seconds for all the action.)

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Pete Thorn - "Homage" using Axe FX 2

2011-11-17T16:55:00.000-08:00

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Garageband for iPhone & iPod ROCKS!

2011-11-10T04:16:00.000-08:00

I just downloaded Garageband for iPhone today and after giving it good spin this evening Ive got to so its absolutely stunning!

Ive downloaded 6 or 7 drum machine and music production apps in the last two week that have come up short. Must of them just arent very functional when it comes to actually 'making music' rather than just toying around. The amazing this is the price, at just over $5 Im utterly wowed. I truelly believe that several hundred music apps have just become redundant.

There are some elements in it that the full computer version doesnt even feature. The integration of an on board sampler is an absolute killer. I look forward to putting this baby to good use when stuck places with time to kill. More details

Amazing Little Koreans Playing Guitar

2011-11-03T16:50:00.000-07:00

Sending a person to this video is going to be my default response for anyone who tells me their hands are to small for guitar :)

So other than having your parents force you to practice 3 hours a day from the age of 3, is there a better way to learn the guitar and actually enjoy it? Check out Rocksmith, available for Xbox 260, PS3 and PC.

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Rocksmith - Freak Guitar Accident

2011-10-28T17:47:00.000-07:00

Goodbye Guitar Hero hello Rocksmith. Guitar games are taking the next step into reality... this video takes it to reality and beyond a few steps further, very cool! Available for Xbox 260, PS3 and PC.

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Guitar String Osillations

2011-10-27T05:37:00.000-07:00

Ever wondered what it would look like to see an acoustic guitar played from inside the guitar? Here is your chance!

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Michael Winslow - Whole Lotta Love by Led Zeppelin

2011-10-19T20:36:00.000-07:00

People are always asking is there another way to be a guitar god than spending years and years practicing the guitar. Here's your answer... but I dare say the years and years bit still applies :)

Hide and Seek (Imogen Heap) Solo Guitar by Antoine Dufour

2011-08-15T16:55:00.000-07:00

Wow, Antoine Dofour does this amazing Imogen Heap track such great justice instrumentally. Beautiful space and sensitivity.

Don Ross "Crazy" Cover

2011-08-11T16:55:00.000-07:00

Wow, Don Ross nails this cover of the fantastic Gnarles Barkley track crazy!

[Video] Thomas Leeb Guitar Boot Camp Austria

2011-06-30T04:55:00.000-07:00

Some amazing acoustic percussion guitarists in this fantastic video including Don Ross, Jon Gomm and of course Thomas Leeb.

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iPad Garageband Live Guitar Solo

2011-06-23T16:55:00.000-07:00

Watch what guitarist George Lambro can do with an iPad 2 running a $5 copy of GarageBand... (be sure to stick around for the guitar solo!)

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Bob Zabek - Groovy Tapping Wizard

2011-06-16T16:30:00.000-07:00

Bob Zabek's Youtube channel is appropriately title bobwizard because he certainly is a wizard on the fretboard. Jump straight to 1:21 to get past the intro noodling where Bob really starts to show his musicality aswell and not just his tapping skills. Bob's playing is a strange hybrid touching on elements of Steve Vai style hammer on bends and groovy John Mayer style slap percussion.

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Baby Guitar Hoax?

2011-06-10T08:52:00.000-07:00

A clever piece of viral advertising for the new real life guitar game Rocksmith where a baby is allegedly place an electric guitar all by itself...

If your asking 'is it real?' the answer is no its a hoax... but a very clever one designed to create curiosity about the up coming real life guitar game Rocksmith. Its certainly achieved the aim of going viral but when looking at the video comments below it on youtube I cant find one actually questioning 'what is Rocksmith?' Virality = Win, Advertising Effectiveness = Fail.

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Funny Steel Panther Guitar Lesson

2011-06-09T16:30:00.000-07:00

Mock-rocker Satchel teaches you how to play the hilarious hit "Death to All But Metal" by his and Steel Panther! Hilarious :)

Trance Music On Guitar?

2011-06-02T17:25:00.000-07:00

The wonders of a delay pedal never grow old, here Ewan Dobson plays a trance song with the aid of his delay pedal and acoustic guitar. Delay pedals were traditionally very pricey pedals but these days they have come down in price considerably. See below for the best prices on some great units including the favourite of many players, the BOSS digital delay.

Zvex Fuzz Factory - I Want One!

2011-05-26T16:30:00.000-07:00

The Zvex Fuzz Factory certinly offers so crazy tonal posibiliites. Just listen to Matt Bellamy of MUSE to hear it action.

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Chickenfoot "Foxy Lady" (live)

2011-05-19T16:30:00.000-07:00

Chad Smith's live drumming intensity really sets the scene here for Joe Satriani belt out the classic riffs of the Jimi hendrix classic with a gritty passion. Enjoy!

Chickenfoot posted under this video:
This was a great year and we were just feeling thankful for all of you fans and thought we'd share this as a holiday gift. It's an outtake from the Live In Cabo webcast and is a really smoking version of this tune!

The Making of Gotyes 'Eyes Wide Open'

2011-05-12T18:54:00.000-07:00

A short documentary film about the making of the Gotye song 'Eyes Wide Open'. Awesome insight into Wally's song writing process and how about that musical fence, I want one :) Filmed and edited by James Bryans (www.jamesbryans.com) The Winton Musical Fence designed and constructed by Graeme Leak (www.graemeleak.com)

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MattRach - 'Bad Romance' Lady Gaga Guitar Cover

2011-05-05T00:09:00.000-07:00

Matt Rach is back up to his old bedroom guitar tricks again uploading an awesome instrumental shred guitar cover of Lady Gaga's Bad Romance. Matt landed a lot of negative comments moving to a live band set up, no doubt his old time fans will be happy to see him back ripping it up in the solo environment.

For those keen on making there own cover Matt has supplied a backing track HERE but unfortunately you'll have to work out the tabs for yourself. Apart from the crazy shred bits it shouldn't give you to many problems though.

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Acoustic Looping Master Phil Keaggy

2011-05-04T19:56:00.000-07:00

If there is one guitar trick that always grabs my attention is the use of looping. Check out the cool looper improv at 2:15secs. Phil start with percussion, adds bass (by detuning on the fly) and then jams over the lot with tasty acoustic blues licks. Very reminiscent of Dave Mathews right hand man Tim Reynolds.

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Paul Gilbert and Andy Timmons Jam

2011-04-27T18:26:00.000-07:00

Two of my faves onstage at once, Paul Gilbert and Andy Timmons jamming live at the Namm festival in 2009. Andy was invited up on stage at the last moment, they had only played the song together once before a few years ago. You can feel that nervous, unplanned energy in the performance... which is this case is a good thing.

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Ball Tearing Blues!

2011-04-20T17:22:00.000-07:00

This video is the first I had heard of Laith Al-Saadi and I was impressed to say the least. He's a blues guitarists who'se not afraid to utilize his great chops, yet still maintains direction and musicality at all times. This live video sees him wielding his Fender Telecaster with great authority, tipping his hat to many great tunes and guitarists in a medley type arrangement.

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Shred Guitar Medley From Hell

2011-04-13T17:22:00.000-07:00

This is a strange mix of good and bad all at once. Ive got to say I have a soft spot for ultra medleys and this definitely is ultra in its length and number of tracks combined. All played live might I add! http://www.myspace.com/matiaskupiainen

Here's the medley contents:
Children of Bodom - Children of Bodom, The Attitude Song - Steve Vai, Erotomania - Dream Theater, TAS, Downfall - CoB, Erotomania, Trilogy Suite Op. 5 - Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Warheart - CoB, TAS, I wanna be on Planet X - original by Mr. Peewee, For the Love of God - Steve Vai, Paradigm Shift - Liquid Tension Experiment, (For the Love of God), TAS, Take the Time - DT, Entry of the Gladiators - Julius Fucik (arranged by Liquid Tension Experiment), Universal Mind - LTE, TAS, Pull Me Under - DT, For Elise has been raped (Bagatelle in A minor WoO 59, "Für Elise") - orig. L. van Beethoven, arranged by Peewee, TAS, Erotomania, Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen, TAS, Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana. (thanks to PeeweeFIN)

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Blind Guitarist Shreds!

2011-04-06T17:30:00.000-07:00

I haven't posted one of these 'obscure talented guitar with a difference' videos in a while but this one certainly beckoned attention. This guy is blind and plays the guitar overhand style. Wait for the solo to kick in a little further in the video. Mad skills!

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'Pro Guitar Shop' Gear Reviews

2011-03-27T17:22:00.000-07:00

Here's another great gear review Youtube Channel for you guys Pro Guitar Shop. Their channel features over 700 videos reviewing, guitars, amps, pedals and more. Here a taste of their slick informative vids.

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Guitar Used For Comedy Soundtrack

2011-03-20T17:22:00.000-07:00

Nick Thune uses guitar in his comedy act but not in the normal way making comedy songs, he simply uses it as a soundtrack to paint a background mood. Unique and very cool, such dry sense of humor. I dig it :)

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Wisdom From Vai

2011-03-13T17:22:00.000-07:00

Steve talks about his gear and the evolution of his sound at Guitar Center in Hollywood, CA. The audience included 10 courageous and talented guitarists who entered the Guitar Center Private Sessions contest. Each winner was hand-picked by Steve.

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'Angels & Airwaves' Make A Film

2011-03-06T04:46:00.000-08:00

Synopsis - After losing contact with Earth, Astronaut LEE MILLER becomes stranded in orbit alone aboard the International Space Station. As time passes and life support systems dwindle, Lee battles to maintain his sanity - and simply stay alive. His world is a claustrophobic and lonely existence, until he makes a strange discovery aboard the ship. Driven by the powerful music of ANGELS & AIRWAVES, LOVE explores the fundamental human need for connection and the limitless power of hope A high-impact visual adventure, that resonates a common truth, that everyone has a story to tell and something even greater to leave behind. Release - March 2011.

TC-Helicon VoiceTone Singles Pedals

2011-03-03T17:30:00.000-08:00

A cool new collection of vocal pedals has been released by TC Helicon. Singer songwriter, and TC-Helicon demonstrator, Christine Havrilla shows how TC-Helicon's VoiceTone Singles pedals let singers transform their raw vocal talent into a completely produced studio vocal sound that they can control.

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Finger Picking Landscapes - Jose Gonzalez

2011-02-27T17:25:00.000-08:00

Ever have the last song be your favourite song of an album? This one sure is for me, it's 'Cycling Trivialities' from the album In Our Nature by Jose Gonzalez. A beautiful dancing finger picking pattern and a majestic grace that turns into a wave of emotion as the song progresses.

2 thumbs up to Jose nailing this one live!

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Roland Guitar Synth Challenge

2011-02-20T16:30:00.000-08:00

Using entirely a midi guitar for the playing of sounds this is a really cool piece of creative music making by David Walliman. The guitar used was a Brian Moore IGuitar with a Roland Midi Pickup. All sounds you hear are triggered with the guitar only.

All sounds from a Roland GR-33 (link below to new GK-3 pickup)
Drum sounds from Addictive Drums

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The Shredder Cheese Grater

2011-02-13T07:01:00.000-08:00

Is this the coolest cheese grater or what!
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Freak Kitchen & LJO - There's No Money in Jazz

2011-02-06T17:30:00.000-08:00

Metal meets Brass! Freak Kitchen & Linkoping Jazz Orchestra live in Linkoping performing 'There's No Money in Jazz'. Mattias is such a funny guy I wish I knew what he was saying at the start!

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Slide Guitar in Standard Tuning

2011-01-30T16:30:00.000-08:00

In this lesson Allen Hinds talks about a number of elements regarding slide playing, in particular "Slide Guitar in Standard Tuning".

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Tosin Abasi Interview

2011-01-23T18:00:00.000-08:00

'Animals As Leaders' creator Tosin Abasi talks about how he handles the pressure of being regarded a prodigy, his recording setup, 5 desert island albums and more.

Such a chilled, happy guy for such amazing abilities!

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2011-01-20T19:01:00.000-08:00

Awesome Guitar Demos Youtube Channel

2011-01-20T17:22:00.000-08:00

Ever feel like you happy with the your guitar/s and dont need any more? Uncle Greg will fix that when you watch his videos... he's a guitar player / dealer based in Germany with an awesome Youtube channel showcasing hundreds of amazing guitars.

Check out his fantastic channel below, be prepared to drool though he sure has got some treats!http://www.youtube.com/user/GregsGuitars

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webform - 6 week course

2011-01-19T05:04:00.000-08:00

'It Might Get Loud' - Jimmy Page, Edge & Jack White

2011-01-16T16:30:00.000-08:00

So after far to many months of 'meaning to' I finally got around to watching 'It Might Get Loud' and I'm glad to say it lived up to my hopes, even exceeded them. If you play guitar or want to play guitar watch this movie... its that simple.

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2010 Movie Montage (Stunning Video)

2011-01-14T07:18:00.000-08:00

Ok this isn't strictly guitary, but it does contain some great music and is quite likely to be the best movie montage you have ever seen... I that was good enough reason for me to post it. The art of using music to compliment or even enhance movie pictures is one Ive always found rather magical.

How many of these 2010 movies have you seen or recognise?

Jeff Beck Discusses Music & the Studio

2011-01-13T07:01:00.000-08:00

"The basis of all good music is rhythm, melody and the two intertwined... if you havent got that you're not really talking about music." Just one of the insightful gems of wisdom in this interview with Jeff Beck.

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The Invisible Drum Kit

2011-01-09T18:15:00.000-08:00

Possibly some of the great music mime ever in this clip. I would love to see what Rowan Atkinson would do with air guitar :)

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NIN: "Just Like You Imagined"

2011-01-04T19:45:00.000-08:00

Skip to 1:20mins to get past all the fluff (and non work safe language.) Nine Inch Nails performing "Just Like You Imagined" live in LA Sept 2009, with special guest Mike Garson. You may recognize this song from the trailer for the movie '300'. I was fortunate enough to see Nine Inch Nails live in 2008 and they exceeded my already high expectations!

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Top Ten Solo Albums That Shook the World

2011-01-02T16:30:00.000-08:00

It's either a sad or wonderful fact of life: sometimes our favorite band members decide to fly the coop and strike out on their own. Sometimes the results are absolutely disastrous. Sometimes they're pretty good. Sometimes they even overshadow the work of the band that made them famous. Here are ten of the best.

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Smashing Pumpkins Sound with Electro Harmonix Pedals

2010-12-29T21:46:00.000-08:00

Here’s an easy way to get a sound reminiscent of the Smashing Pumpkins’ Siamese Dream album. The effect chain consists of a Little Big Muff and Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai. The Little Big Muff produces the harmonic grind while the Stereo Memory Man in the modulation mode produces a doubling and thickening of the sound. The combination of these two effects produces a thick wall of sound using only one guitar. See the links below to get a hold of these sweet pedals!

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VoiceJam iPhone app

2010-12-26T21:08:00.000-08:00

What if you could create something musically amazing with just your voice? What if you didn't need musical instruments or complicated recording software? What if you could create an entire song with your voice, simulating bass lines, melodies, rhythms and sound effects, all in one go, without ever stopping to think about it? If you answered "that would be freaking amazing", then you need to download VoiceJam. VoiceJam is your access to performing, creating, and sharing amazing musical compositions.

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Xmas has gone Metal

2010-12-25T04:31:00.000-08:00

Back Metal has never been so festive (especially once Youtube's Andy Rehfeldt gets a hold of a Gorgoroth song!)

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Xmas Present From Vai [Free MP3]

2010-12-23T21:41:00.000-08:00

As a special gift from Steve and TuneCore, a free download of “Underground Garden (VaiTunes#4)” is featured on Amazon.com as part of the TuneCore 2010 Rock Sampler! ”This little jewel was buried on the infinity shelf for a while… now to show its festooned little note heads. -s” Enjoy this mellow vocal ballad and Happy Holidays from Vai.com. Click here to get your free download of “Underground Garden”

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Zakk Wylde's 'Voilent Styling' Power Riffing Lesson

2010-12-23T17:24:00.000-08:00

Watch Zakk Wylde break down "Parade of the Dead," the single from Black Label Society's latest CD, 'Order of the Black' in video lesson. There is no doubt about it Zakk's intensity is always something to behold!

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iPad Orchestra Xmas Carols - Super Cool Video!

2010-12-23T04:00:00.000-08:00

North Point's Band rock out on their new Apple iPhone's and iPad's using only the best in musical apps to create a tasty Christmas carol!

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[Video] Thomas Leebs "No Alibis"

2010-12-23T00:40:00.000-08:00

From Thomas Leebs upcoming album "No Alibis". Played on a Lowden Baritone guitar, F#C#G#C#D#G# tuning (that's CGDGAD on a normal guitar).

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Acoustic Rhythm Groove (Patty Larkin)

2010-12-19T04:30:00.000-08:00

She may have horrible taste in shirts but plenty can be learnt from Patty Larkin's groove and feel.

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Learn Vai's "Building The Church" intro

2010-12-16T20:06:00.000-08:00

Learn how to play the intro to "Building The Church". You can watch the full lesson through Steve's Online Course at Berkleemusic.com/vai

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Joe Satriani backstage Interview

2010-12-15T16:30:00.000-08:00

Joe Bosso chats with Joe Satriani backstage in New York.

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Joe Satriani's live setup revealed

2010-12-14T17:53:00.000-08:00

Joe offers an up-close-and-personal look at the guitars, effects and amps he's been using on the road (see the video above, with photos and lists on the following pages). "I don't travel with trucks and trucks of guitars and gear," he says. "To be quite honest, I'm always trying to bring as little with me as I possibly can. One less thing to worry about is one less headache."

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Michael Hedges - Acoustic Inspiration

2010-12-12T04:31:00.000-08:00

Andy McKee's huge success on Youtube really bought a sizeable increase in awareness of the acoustic / open tuned / percusions / slap harmonic style of guitar. That said, the pioneers were around years before, one man who no doubt inspired many of today's guitarist is Michael Hedges. Check out this clip of him in action 21 years ago!

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Hendrix Tribute - "Fire"

2010-12-07T14:55:00.000-08:00

Off the back of the Experience Hendrix tribute tour, Jonny Lang, Chris Layton of Double Trouble, Brad Whitford of Aerosmith and Billy Cox took to the Tonight Show with Jay Leno to perform Jimi Hendrix’s classic “Fire.”

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Flamenco Shred - Lawson Rollins

2010-12-05T04:31:00.000-08:00

My eye brows are still stuck in an upward position, Lawson Rollins you have my attention, wow!

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Boss ME-70 Guitar Effects Processor

2010-12-03T16:30:00.000-08:00

Guitar World's gear editor Paul Riario demonstrates the features of the Boss ME-70 Guitar Effects Processor.

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Pigtronix Disnortion demo

2010-12-02T04:31:00.000-08:00

If you like this sound of the Pigtronix Disnortion check out the links below...

Who is Joe Bonamassa?

2010-12-01T18:26:00.000-08:00

Its embarrassing to say it but truth be told, Ive heard the 'Joe Bonamassa' being thrown all over the place for years... I finally got around to listening to him tonight. First impressions is he reminds me a lot of Gary Moore, especially with that Gibson in hand.

Great tone and feel, check out his web site for more such as cds, tshirts, gig tickets and more HERE

Joe Satriani & Bill Cosby jam on Leno

2010-11-30T19:19:00.000-08:00

What do you get when you cross Joe Satriani with Bill Cosby on the Jay Leno Show? Much hilarity! Jump to 2:20mins to get straight to the action.

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A Team Metal Cover

2010-11-28T16:30:00.000-08:00

this guy does the best metal covers, I originally found him via his Macgyver cover which is equally awesome. Check out my of his metalized theme tune covers HERE

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Paramore's “Playing God” (Video)

2010-11-26T04:31:00.000-08:00

In this video vocalist Hayley Williams ties up her bandmates in a cellar and then poisons them at a tea party. Twisted, but cute :)

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Handy String Cleaner Gadget

2010-11-25T16:30:00.000-08:00

This is one of those inventions that you look at and wonder why it wasnt made long ago, (or more to the point you didn't think of yourself!) Would make a great xmas or birthday present for any guitarist. Who doesnt want to make their strings last longer and feel better on the fingers?

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Avenged Sevenfold - Nightmare (Video)

2010-11-24T04:31:00.000-08:00

Check out the film clip for Avenged Sevenfold's title track 'Nightmare'.

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Dream Theater / Mr Fast Finger Animator For Hire

2010-11-23T04:40:00.000-08:00

This is the animation show reel of the super (multi) talented Mika Tyyskä. Its mostly based on various projects he's done for Mr. Fastfinger and Dream Theater during the recent years.

He's keen on doing more animation projects so if you need an animator, get in touch with him at www.ElektrikPyjamas.com

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Guitar World's - Lick Of The Day

2010-11-22T04:31:00.000-08:00

Guitar World Lick of the Day is a must-have app for guitar players who want to continuously improve their guitar playing skills and broaden their repertoire in a fun and engaging way. Developed by Agile Partners and Guitar World, the world’s best-selling guitar magazine, Lick of the Day is a universal app that provides a ground-breaking approach to guitar instruction on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.

http://agilepartners.com/apps/lickoftheday/

Rig Rundown - John Mayer

2010-11-21T08:00:00.000-08:00

Check out John Mayer's current live setup including with the help of legendary guitar tech Rene Martinez (Stevie Ray Vaughan, Prince, Mick Jones). Rene even shows off some of Mayer's 40 guitars he currently has on tour.

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Behind the scenes of Devin Townsend's 'Deconstruction'

2010-11-20T04:31:00.000-08:00

Behind the scenes of Devin Townsend's Deconstruction. Devin says "This is a record I have been working up to for some time, and while doing it, I realize that not only am I in control of it (totally) but that this newfound control allows me to take it to places I would have never been able to a decade ago. I pretty much believe that this will be one of our finest hours, and although there is some funny moments, it's a pretty 'pointed' record (if ya know what I mean)...

Anyways, any stuff you hear on these clips are either demos with drum machine, scratch vocals and demo guitars etc... but at least it illustrates the process in the beginning."

[Video] Light Years Away - Joe Satriani

2010-11-19T05:12:00.000-08:00

Satriani's 14th studio album, Black Swans and Wormhole Wizards, was produced and recorded by Mike Fraser (AC/DC, Metallica) and Satriani. Joe is joined once again by veteran bandmate Jeff Campitelli on drums, and newcomers, keyboardist Mike Keneally (Frank Zappa, Steve Vai) and bassist Allen Whitman (Mermen) also adding to the sound. The first single from the album was Light Years Away.

Be sure also to check out my lesson for the song HERE

[Movie] The Guitar

2010-11-18T05:03:00.000-08:00

'The Guitar' won raves at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. Saffron Burrows stars as Mel, a young woman, existing in New York City, who loses her boyfriend and her job and is given a devastating terminal cancer diagnosis by her doctor all on the same day.

Mel's surprising response to her misfortunes includes renting a loft and the purchase of a special guitar.

Philosopher's Tone [pedal demo]

2010-11-18T04:31:00.000-08:00

A very cool sounding compressor/sustainer pedal with an equally cool name. As always Pete makes this baby sing like an angel. If you are interested in getting one check out the killer deal on them HERE

Steve Vai Interview - Guitar Wisdom

2010-11-16T18:00:00.000-08:00

Some awesome wisdom shared by Steve Vai in this interview. A must for all aspiring guitarists!

Even if your not a fan of practicing as such of of Steve's music there is some real gems of inspiration in here.

Kudos to Justin Sandercoe for this interview.

When 1 Guitar Neck Just Isn't Enough...

2010-11-14T04:31:00.000-08:00

I heard Justin King a few years ago and remember his playing being pretty off the hook but 2 necks at once, wow that's pretty crazy!

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Paul Gilbert & Sunga Jung Acoustic Duo

2010-11-11T00:59:00.001-08:00

Its a duo with a difference, there is only 1 guitar.

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3 Fingerstle Legends Unite Onstage - Emmanuel, Mckee, Jung

2010-11-07T03:30:00.000-08:00

Tommy Emmanuel, Andy McKee and Sungha Jung meet onstage to play Ebony Coast. An amazing meeting of guitarists Im sure you will agree!

To tell the truth though it looks like there was no rehearsal of any kinda so the guys float around without any clear direction. Tthe only time anyone really takes the bull by the horns is Tommy for his solo at 1:30. Regardless great to see these guys onstage together.

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Boss ST-2 pedal demo by Pete thorn

2010-11-02T22:51:00.000-07:00

Ah now I want one, but alas Pete makes everything sound good. (Check the Amazon link below to buy one at a bargain price.)

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"Jazz, an accident waiting to happen"

2010-10-31T14:00:00.000-07:00

Spinal Tap, their humor is timeless and always makes me laugh. Enjoy :)

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Amazing Unknown Amps & Player!

2010-10-24T14:00:00.000-07:00

Both the player the amps and the player were complete unknown to me before this but Im equally impressed with both. Meet Carl Roa and Fortin amps! I can hear a few Petrucci'isms in there... who else does he remind you of?

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5 Free Trent Reznor MP3s

2010-10-21T04:31:00.000-07:00

I have a hell of a lot of respect for the way Trent Reznor goes about business selling his music... it goes something like 'screw you corporate monsters, I will make the music I want, when I want, how I want it... then I am going to sell it direct to my fans instead of giving you 90% of the takings."

If that wasn't reason enough he's a big advocate of giving away awesome free tasters. Click the link to get 5 free tracks from The Social Network soundtrack: http://nullco.com/TSN/

If you enjoy Trent's other work you'll really dig these tracks, Ive had them on loop and am about to buy the full thing. Looks like the marketing worked!

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Music Vid Revolution - Crowdsourcing

2010-10-17T04:30:00.001-07:00

Having fans help you make your song video is know as crowd sourcing. Its a relatively new phenomena and this clip shows its great potential. The good news is videos can be shot on a shoes string budget and catapult bands into the spotlight of millions of viewers by their viral nature (remember Ok Go's treadmill clip).

The department where this sort of clip does cost is that of time... lots and lots of preparation time. This songs music video had four directors, took two months of story boarding, and a month of shooting to complete.

Well worth the effort though Im sure you'll agree! Enjoy.

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'Sunny D & Rum' Guitar Cover

2010-10-14T04:30:00.000-07:00

A cover of a cover this was an unexpectedly cool suprise! Great playing and a very groovy guitariffic interpretation.

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If you havent already seen it watch the original autotune cover below...

These Ones Go Up To 11!

2010-10-10T02:00:00.000-07:00

Ahhh the joy that is 'This Is Spinal Tap'. One of the greatest scenes in rock history! Such a must see movie for any aspiring rocker, or anyone with a sense of humor for that matter.

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Perpetual Picking Motion = Groove

2010-10-03T14:00:00.000-07:00

Something that Im constantly trying to help develop in my students playing is GROOVE, and the very top key to groove is keeping your picking hand moving. 'If your hand keeps moving you'll keep grooving!'

This video is an awesome example of exactly that. She not only keeps her hand moving for chords but also for her lead guitar licks. The result, rock solid groove.

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Follow Satriani Behind the Scenes

2010-09-25T19:51:00.000-07:00

Follow Satch in lead up to the release of Black Swans & Wormhole Wizards on his cool youtube vlog. The series gives you insight to the writing of the songs, the studio, the band members and very importantly the origins of the crazy album title!

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